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26 Bonney Street

Ainslie ACT 2602

2
1
2
72 m²
1114 m²
House
Last sold for $1,400,000
Tony TrpeskiTony Trpeski, last sold this property on 28 February 2026 after 23 days on market.

Overview

Timeless 1930s Heritage Cottage on 1,114m² in Blue-Chip Ainslie

*WILL NOT BE SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION* Offered for sale for the very first time, this authentic late-1930s double-brick cottage presents a rare opportunity to secure a substantial landholding in one of Ainslie's most tightly held heritage precincts. Set on an expansive 1,114m² block in historic Bonney Street, the cottage is among some of the earliest Ainslie homes, retaining genuine period character, including its original milk delivery door. A charming reminder of early Canberra living with a solid construction that has stood the test of time. The home offers 72m² of internal living, comprising: - Two bedrooms - Previously updated bathroom - Separate living room with reverse cycle air-conditioning - Eat in kitchen with upright electric oven and cooktop - Separate internal laundry The cottage is comfortably habitable and ready for restoration, allowing you to live in or lease while planning future improvements. A single garage, believed to be original to the home, remains in place, along with a later-added single carport (not formally approved). Importantly, the property is protected by a heritage overlay, preserving the historic streetscape and architectural character that makes Ainslie so desirable. Extensions and improvements are possible with the appropriate approvals, and many surrounding homes have been successfully extended at the rear in a sympathetic manner, maintaining the original frontage while creating contemporary living spaces. Surrounded by mature trees and established gardens, this is a property for buyers who understand the long-term value of heritage, land size, and irreplaceable location - just minutes from the Canberra CBD, Dickson precinct, Corroboree Park and Mount Ainslie Reserve. Key features: - Late-1930s double-brick heritage cottage - Enormous 1,115m² block in Central Canberra - Original period features including milk delivery door - Heritage overlay with scope for sympathetic extension - Original garage plus additional carport - Exceptional land value and long-term upside - UCV $1,200,000 (2025) A rare offering for renovators, heritage enthusiasts, or visionaries seeking to restore and enhance a classic Ainslie home for the next generation.

Features

2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 carspaces
72 m² floor area
1114 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 2 bedroom houses sold in Ainslie over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 26 Bonney Street is $1.22m.

Median value
$1.22m
Estimated value range
$760k - $1.49m
Median days on market
40
Estimated value trend
-4%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Ainslie. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 26 Bonney Street

2026
Sold
$1,400,000
Auction Sale on 28 Feb 2026 by Tony Trpeski, of Seminara and Co

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Local market activity for 2 bedroom houses in Ainslie

In the last 12 months, 5 two-bedroom houses similar to 26 Bonney Street, have been sold.

This represents a 15% increase in two-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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